Rehabilitation Assistant

We are looking for talented rehabilitation assistant to provide support to our 16 year old client who has an acquired brain injury. Our client does not require any personal care, our focus is on developing independent living skills through increasing functional skills. She loves going to Primark, Costa and getting her nails done!

The role

We are looking for a talented individuals to support a client in Kingston upon Thames. Excellent rates of pay, which is enhanced after 8pm and at weekends.

This role is for a Saturday or Sunday approximately 6 - 8 hours per week (1 shifts 10am -5pm)

This role requires excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and an innate ability to think quickly on your feet and engage the individual in her rehabilitation program.

You will be required to perform a variety of cognitive rehabilitation tasks and program delivery in and around the client’s home and community in this varied role. Every day is different, and you will gain experience in a variety of fields, working alongside external professionals. Tasks include helping the client communicate with people in the community, budgeting, shopping, exploring new activities. Also in the home environment practicing cooking, using the gym and pool.

Vocational, leisure and community pursuits identified by the client are to be supported and motivated. There are opportunities to engage in a variety of activities, meaning there is never a dull day!

You will also have the opportunity to work with other professionals in the neuro rehabilitation field, including Speech and Language Therapist, Neuro physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist and specialised allied professionals.

The client has a hearing impairment and therefore excellent communication skills are required. You will also need to be physically active for this role due to needing to support with standing transfers and some manual handing.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From £16.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexitime
  • Free parking

Education:

  • Certificate of Higher Education (required)

Experience:

  • support: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

  • English (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kingston upon Thames

Reference ID: LMOTCM-LB

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